MD-102 Prepare infrastructure for devices Practice Question
You are planning to deploy Windows 11 devices using Windows Autopilot. The devices will be used by remote users who do not have a VPN connection during initial setup. The devices must be Microsoft Entra joined and enrolled in Intune. You need to ensure that the deployment works without requiring a domain controller. Which Autopilot mode should you configure?
⚠ Common exam trap
The trap here is selecting pre-provisioning as a solution, but it is a deployment method, not a join mode, and does not eliminate the need for domain controller connectivity in hybrid scenarios.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Microsoft Entra joined
Microsoft Entra joined mode is the correct choice because it does not require connectivity to an on-premises domain controller. Devices join Microsoft Entra ID and enroll in Intune directly, enabling remote users to complete setup without VPN. This mode is designed for cloud-first management and supports access to cloud resources.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Microsoft Entra joined
Why this is correct
Microsoft Entra joined mode does not require on-premises domain connectivity. Devices join Microsoft Entra ID directly and enroll in Intune, making it ideal for remote users without VPN. This mode supports cloud-based management and access to cloud resources without a domain controller.
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Self-deploying mode
Why it's wrong here
Self-deploying mode is for kiosks or shared devices and does not require user credentials, but it still joins devices to Microsoft Entra ID. It could work without a domain controller, but it is not designed for typical remote user scenarios and lacks user-specific configurations. The requirement is for remote users, so Microsoft Entra joined is more appropriate.
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Pre-provisioning (white glove)
Why it's wrong here
Pre-provisioning is a technique that can be used with Microsoft Entra joined or hybrid joined modes. It allows IT to pre-configure devices, but it does not change the underlying join type. If hybrid joined, it still requires domain controller connectivity. For remote users without VPN, pre-provisioning with Microsoft Entra joined would work, but the mode itself is not a join type.
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Microsoft Entra hybrid joined
Why it's wrong here
Microsoft Entra hybrid joined requires connectivity to an on-premises domain controller during OOBE to join the device to Active Directory. Without a VPN, remote users cannot reach a domain controller, so this mode will fail. It does not meet the requirement of working without a domain controller.
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Key term
Intune
Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based service that helps organizations manage their users' devices and applications, ensuring security and compliance without needing to own or control the physical hardware.
Key term
Windows Autopilot
Windows Autopilot is a cloud-based deployment technology that automates the setup and configuration of new Windows devices, reducing the need for IT staff to manually image or touch each machine.
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